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Sunday, June 8, 2025

Dr Nondwe Mtshatsha: A trailblazer at 64, earns Doctorate and champions youth empowerment

At an age when many consider retirement, Dr Mtshatsha has achieved a significant academic milestone, aiming to enhance the relevance of Consumer Studies in preparing students for the workforce.

News Education
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Over 800 arrested in Gauteng during massive Operation Shanela crackdown

Over 800 suspects were arrested in Gauteng this past weekend as police launched a massive crime prevention operation.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Western Cape cops bust youth carrying unlicensed gun and ammunition

Western Cape police have arrested a suspect in Philippi East for illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Heritage Month: Students honour Walter Sisulu at Xhamela Cultural Festival

WSU students, adorned in vibrant traditional attire, dance in celebration of Walter Sisulu’s legacy during a cultural festival, showcasing South Africa’s diverse heritage and honouring the university’s history of resistance against apartheid.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Northern Cape police arrest 256 suspects in week-long Operation Shanela

A week of intensified crime-fighting efforts in the Northern Cape culminates in the arrest of 256 suspects. Through collaboration between law enforcement and community members, Operation Shanela tackled illegal firearms, drugs, and serious crimes head-on, restoring a sense of safety in the region.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape Department of Education officially opens larger merger Phathilizwe Junior Secondary School

Phathilizwe JSS, now a mega Primary School, stands as a beacon of hope for rural education. Officially opened by the MEC, the school represents a significant stride in addressing infrastructure backlogs and creating an optimal learning environment for over 1,200 learners.

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Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Two suspects arrested for extortion and intimidation over Apel construction project

Limpopo police have arrested two suspects accused of extorting a construction company in Apel. The men allegedly demanded jobs as service providers.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape Department of Education hands over the newly upgraded Gabazi Junior Secondary School

It was a momentous occasion for the community who’d put up with a school that was first built with mud, and then prefabricated classrooms put up by the former Transkei government.

News Education
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape top cop condemns latest mob justice murders

Four people - two of them suspected killers - were brutally killed in Bityi in the Eastern Cape over the weekend, prompting police to condemn acts of mob justice in the community.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape science teacher hailed for excellence in the classroom

Despite facing numerous challenges, Zandisiwe Ngayo of Mzomhle High School in Mdantsane has been named the Best Physical Sciences Teacher in the Eastern Cape, proving that passion and resilience can transform the lives of young learners.

News Education
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Gambling addiction: Eastern Cape Gambling Board engages WSU student to raise awareness

With gambling addiction becoming an increasing threat among the youth, the Eastern Cape Gambling Board partners with Walter Sisulu University students to raise awareness and promote responsible gambling. Learn more about how the Board is tackling this growing concern.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Northern Cape police seize millions in illegal goods during Operation Shanela

Criminals in the Northern Cape are feeling the heat as Operation Shanela closes in. With over 630 arrests and major busts of illegal goods, the operation is proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the fight against crime.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Mthatha residents in Eastern Cape march against crime and extortion

Mass protests have erupted in Mthatha as residents took to the streets to voice their frustration over the escalating crime in the area.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Two-month-old among five killed in tragic Eastern Cape taxi accident

Five people have tragically lost their lives in a severe road accident in the Eastern Cape. Authorities are investigating the incident, as the local community reels from the sudden loss.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape Department of Health closes Kwazakhele clinic after crime warning

Patients are being redirected to nearby clinics while authorities assess the situation.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Operation Shanela squeezes crime in Free state as SAPS arrests more than 1,100

In a massive crime-busting operation across the Free State, law enforcement agencies have made over 1,100 arrests as part of Operation Shanela, targeting high-priority crimes such as car hijackings, rapes, and murders, sending a strong message to criminals in the region.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

MEC unveils R60 million state-of-the-art linac machine at Livingstone Hospital

R60-million investment in cutting edge cancer treatment technology takes centre stage at Livingstone Hospital, as the Eastern Cape Health Department fights to reduce the radiation therapy backlog.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Didiza clarifies allocation of R500 million to Onderstepoort biological products

Amid ongoing investigations into the R500 million OBP allocation, former minister Thoko Didiza provides clarity on how the funds were managed during her tenure and advises Minister John Steenhuisen to avoid premature conclusions.

News Africa
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape Health Department rejects false claims of illegal medical waste disposal

Unsubstantiated claims of illegal medical waste dumping at Frere Hospital have sparked concern among the public, but the Eastern Cape Department of Health has responded, calling the accusations baseless and damaging to the hospital’s reputation.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko applauds women in emergency care for courage

MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, celebrates Gauteng EMS’s Green Angels at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, for their exceptional contributions to emergency medical care and their role in breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field.

Lifestyle Health Diet
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

AbaThembu King commended for stopping feud over tower proceeds

A local dispute over tower installation proceeds escalated into threats and school closures in the Eastern Cape, until the AbaThembu King stepped in. Read how his leadership has restored peace and allowed teaching to resume.

News Education Early Learning
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape Department of education hands over the newly built Ngcingo primary school

Ngcingo Primary School has opened its doors after 37 years of teaching in mud structures. Discover how this R27. 1 million project is transforming education in the Amangutyana A/A community, thanks to the efforts of MEC Fundile Gade and the Eastern Cape Department of Education.

News Education Early Learning
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Mbizana cited for new Walter Sisulu University campus

In a move to mkae higher education more accessible for rural communities, Walter Sisulu University will soon open a satellite campus in Mbizana. The new branch will focus on Agriculture and Marine Studies and promises to expand opportunities for local youth.

News South Africa Eastern Cape
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Northern Cape police arrest 494 suspects through Operation Shanela

Over 490 suspects arrested, illegal goods seized, and 10 liquor outlets shut down. Find out how Operation Shanela is making a difference in the Northern Cape.

News Crime and Courts
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published

Eastern Cape education department expands drug awareness campaign in schools

The Eastern Cape Department of Education is ramping up efforts to combat drug abuse in schools, with a series of awareness campaigns to educate students on the dangers and consequences of substance abuse.

News Education Early Learning
Zikhona Sihlahla|Published